Matchmaking

Florida has lots of non-college-bound students, and employers have plenty of high-paying, skilled labor jobs for them. The problem is matching employers with potential hires.

Mike Vogel | 8/1/2007

In-Demand Skilled labor jobs in Florida (2005) [Photo: Eileen Escarda]
Occupation	Vacancies	Average Hourly Pay
Registered nurse	5,969	$24.95
Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses	1,587	$16.95
Automotive techs and mechanics	1,103	$16.45
Electricians	1,042	$16.29
HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers	816	$16.14
Medical and clinical lab techs	601	$21.60
Plumbers, pipefitters, steamfitters	601	$16.26
Radiologic techs	502	$20.22
Source: Florida 2005 Job Vacancy/Hiring Needs Survey by the Agency for Workforce Innovation

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